Pulp
Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or spirit, not elsewhere specified or included: > Other, including mixtures other than those of subheading 2008.19: > Other: > Bananas: > Pulp
Duty Rate (from China)
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 2008.99.13.00
Banana Pulp Puree for Smoothies
This is a preserved banana pulp made from ripe bananas processed into a smooth puree, packed in bulk containers for use in smoothies and beverages. It falls under HTS 2008.99.13.00 as banana pulp, which is fruit pulp otherwise prepared or preserved, not elsewhere specified. The product retains the natural banana flavor without added sugar beyond minimal preservation needs.
Canned Banana Pulp for Baking
Canned banana pulp is prepared from mashed Cavendish bananas, preserved in light syrup for stability, ideal for bakery fillings and desserts. Classified under HTS 2008.99.13.00 as it represents preserved banana pulp not fitting other specific fruit preparations. It meets Chapter 20 criteria for otherwise prepared fruit pulp.
Aseptic Banana Pulp Pack
Aseptic banana pulp is sterilized and packed in bags-in-box for extended shelf life, used primarily in yogurt production and ice cream bases. It qualifies for HTS 2008.99.13.00 as preserved banana pulp, prepared without freezing or specific infant homogenization. The aseptic process preserves natural texture for industrial applications.
Organic Banana Pulp Bulk
Organic banana pulp from certified farms is gently mashed and preserved without synthetic additives, supplied in 200kg drums for natural product manufacturers. Under HTS 2008.99.13.00 for its status as preserved banana pulp not elsewhere specified. Organic certification does not alter the tariff classification.
Banana Pulp for Ice Cream Base
This concentrated banana pulp is preserved for use as a natural flavor base in premium ice creams, maintaining authentic banana aroma and color. It is classified in HTS 2008.99.13.00 as banana pulp, fitting preserved fruit preparations without added spirit or fermentation. Ideal for industrial food processing.
Frozen-Thawed Banana Pulp
Banana pulp initially frozen then thawed for preservation, used in beverage concentrates, classified under HTS 2008.99.13.00 post-thaw as preserved pulp. It avoids frozen classification if not imported frozen. Meets 'otherwise prepared' criteria in Chapter 20.